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Best Grid Method Apps

205+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.2 avg rating
18 free apps
Updated July 2026

Out of 205+ grid method apps on iOS, 18 are free and the rest sit in the paid tier. This page sorts them so you can compare both sides before you commit.

Top Picks for Grid Method

Grid # - Add grid on image#1

Grid # - Add grid on image by 金鹏 ηŽ‹

Grid Method Drawing
Editor's Choice
πŸ“· Photo & Video
4.6😐(9.1K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Easily add customizable grids to your images for drawing and reference. Choose from various grid types, colors, and line styles. Advanced features allow for movable and rotatable grids, with options for multiple grid overlays.

What We Love

  • πŸ’‘ Helpful for drawing and painting
  • πŸ‘ Easy to use and figure out
  • πŸš€ Quick and efficient
  • 🎨 Great for artists and beginners

Room to Improve

  • πŸ› Doesn't work as expected for some users
  • πŸ€” Confusing to use without instructions
  • πŸ” Difficult to find certain features
GridArt - Drawing Grid#2

GridArt - Drawing Grid by Vaghani Keyur

Drawingrid - add grid on image
Strong Contender
🎨 Graphics & Design
4.5(144 ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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This app helps artists accurately sketch or replicate images using the grid drawing technique. It overlays customizable grids on any image, offering features like sketch filters and measurement-based setup to streamline the artistic process.

DrawinGrid#3

DrawinGrid by BUTTERFLYRAY LIMITED

Drawing grid creator.
Worth Considering
πŸ“· Photo & Video
4.7😊(4.3K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Easily create custom grids over reference images and drawing surfaces. This tool simplifies image enlargement and transfer for artists, ensuring accurate proportions with every stroke. Achieve professional results with an intuitive interface.

What We Love

  • πŸ‘ Completely free and easy to use
  • πŸ‘ Handy for drawing and art
  • πŸ‘ Simple and effective
  • πŸ‘ Helpful for improving drawing skills

Room to Improve

  • πŸ› Buggy image loading and grid application
  • πŸ› Limited functionality (e.g. no ruler, unable to specify grid size)
  • πŸ› Clunky and not user-friendly for some

More Grid Method apps to explore

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Draw Grid on Image
Draw Grid on Image
Draw Grid on Image
Support for painting
Free

Overlay a customizable grid onto your images to maintain drawing proportions. Choose from various grid types, paper sizes, and units. Adjust line width and color for precise visual guides. Save your grid images to your camera roll with the Pro version.

Add grid overlay to imagesMultiple grid types (rectangle, square)Customizable grid dimensions
πŸ“· Photo & Video
(197)
free with in-app purchases
5
Tracing Buddy: Drawing Grid
Tracing Buddy: Drawing Grid
Tracing Buddy: Drawing Grid
Sketch guides tool
Free

Easily transfer images to a drawing surface using a grid system. Create drawing illusions with perspective distortion and anamorphic images. Offers various image filters and grid customization options.

Drawing grid with customizable lines and subdivisionsPerspective distortion for anamorphic illusionsImage filters: line art, black & white, background removal
🎨 Graphics & Design
(862)
free with in-app purchases
6
DrawGrid
DrawGrid
DrawGrid
The Grid Method for Artists
Free
🎨 Graphics & Design
(0)
7
Art Grid Drawing
Art Grid Drawing
Art Grid Drawing
Add Drawing Grid to Image
$2.99

Easily transfer photos or sketches to your canvas with customizable drawing grids. Zoom in on details for precision and apply filters to simplify references. Spend less time measuring and more time creating art.

Create accurate drawing grids from photosCustomizable grid colors and spacingZoom for detail and precision
🎨 Graphics & Design
(34)
paid
8
CopyIt The Grid Drawing Method
CopyIt The Grid Drawing Method
CopyIt The Grid Drawing Method
An ancient tool made digital.
$9.99
$19.99 | 50% OFF

This app digitizes the centuries-old grid drawing technique, allowing artists to easily copy, enlarge, or reduce reference images. It offers flexible grids, smart tools, and various filters to enhance accuracy and detail, making it accessible for beginners and experienced artists alike.

Flexible grid types and customizationSmart zoom and digital rulerPencil sketch and onion skin filters
πŸ“Š Productivity
(297)
free with in-app purchases
9
AR Grid Art : Grid Drawing Art
AR Grid Art : Grid Drawing Art
AR Grid Art : Grid Drawing Art
Grid Drawing for Artist
Free

This app helps artists create accurate drawings by overlaying a customizable grid onto reference photos. It supports various grid types, aspect ratios, and allows for precise adjustments to grid color and opacity.

Grid overlay on reference photosCustomizable grid dimensions and aspect ratiosAdjustable grid color and opacity
πŸ“Š Productivity
(1)
free with in-app purchases
10
Layout Photo Collage - Mixgram
Layout Photo Collage - Mixgram
Layout Photo Collage - Mixgram
Pic Collage Maker, Grid Editor
Free

Create stunning photo and video collages, animated collages, and memes with a wide range of grids, layouts, and templates. Customize your designs with text, stickers, and drawings, or use the intuitive drag-and-drop feature. An optional premium subscription unlocks exclusive content and an ad-free experience.

Photo and video collage creationAnimated collage optionsMeme generator
πŸ“· Photo & Video
(51K)
free with in-app purchases
11
Grid: Post Maker for Instagram
Grid: Post Maker for Instagram
Grid: Post Maker for Instagram
Update your Profile Design
Free

Easily split photos into perfectly sized squares for social media grids or create stunning panorama posts. Make your profile stand out with captivating grid photos and share your masterpieces with just a few clicks.

Split images into grid squaresCreate panorama postsUser-friendly interface
πŸ“· Photo & Video
(501)
free with in-app purchases
12
PREVIEW: Planner for Instagram
PREVIEW: Planner for Instagram
PREVIEW: Planner for Instagram
#1 Scheduler for IG & TikTok
Free

Plan and schedule your Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok content with a visual feed preview. Features include drag-and-drop arrangement, caption and hashtag tools, analytics, and auto-posting capabilities.

Visual feed previewDrag and drop post arrangementAuto-posting for Instagram and Facebook
πŸ“· Photo & Video
(44K)
free with in-app purchases
13
Griddy Sketch
Griddy Sketch
Griddy Sketch
Grid Perfect: Draw Perfect
Free

This app helps artists achieve precision and perfection using the grid method. It allows users to import reference photos, overlay customizable grids, and maintain focus with distraction-free modes. Perfect for both beginners and professionals seeking accuracy in their artwork.

Grid on CanvasZen Mode for focusLock Mode for stability
πŸ”§ Utilities
(2)
free with in-app purchases
14
Gridy
Gridy
Gridy
Grid method drawing made easy
Free

This app simplifies digital drawing by applying a grid overlay to your images. It acts as a reference tool, making it easier for artists of all levels to start and complete their work.

Grid overlay for digital drawingImport images from Photos appCustomizable grid settings
🎨 Graphics & Design
(6)
free
15
Grid post & Photo layout maker
Grid post & Photo layout maker
Grid post & Photo layout maker
Crop & fit picture, square pic
Free

Transform your photos into visually appealing grids for social media feeds. Enhance your images with templates, stickers, and text to create unique collages and stand out.

Variety of grid templates (3x3, 3x4, etc.)Adjust grid transparency and colorAdd trendy stickers and text fonts
πŸ“· Photo & Video
(2.3K)
freemium
16
PhotoSplit for Instagram
PhotoSplit for Instagram
PhotoSplit for Instagram
Profile Photo Grid Maker
Free

Easily divide any photo into a grid for Instagram, maintaining high resolution. Preview how it will look on your profile and post directly or save for later. Elevate your Instagram aesthetic with a professional, unified look.

Split photos into 1x2, 1x3, 2x3, 3x3, 4x3, or 5x3 gridsMaintain high resolution and qualityZoom, move, and rotate photos
πŸ“· Photo & Video
(28K)
free with in-app purchases
17
Grid: Drawing tool
Grid: Drawing tool
Grid: Drawing tool
Drawing grid method
Free

Easily overlay accurate grids onto any photo to aid in drawing, sketching, and stenciling. This tool is designed for artists, illustrators, and tattoo artists to simplify complex images into manageable sections for improved accuracy and proportion.

Accurate photo grid overlaySimplifies complex imagesAids sketching and painting
πŸ“· Photo & Video
(2)
free with in-app purchases
18
Drawing Grid For The Artist
Drawing Grid For The Artist
Drawing Grid For The Artist
Support portrait painter
Free

This utility helps artists create accurate drawings by overlaying a grid on reference images. It offers tools for black and white photo transfer, color extraction, and image adjustments like brightness and contrast.

Drawing grid overlayBlack and white photo transferImage color extraction
πŸ”§ Utilities
(150)
free
19
Layout for Instagram・Inpreview
Layout for Instagram・Inpreview
Layout for Instagram・Inpreview
Post Planner & Collage Maker
Free

Preview and plan your Instagram feed before posting. Schedule content, create collages, and manage highlights with aesthetic covers. Offers AI-generated captions and hashtags, with no Instagram login required.

Feed preview and planningPost schedulingHighlight planning and cover design
πŸ“· Photo & Video
(7.9K)
freemium
20
Drawing Grid Maker
Drawing Grid Maker
Drawing Grid Maker
Grid for Drawing
Free

This app helps artists transfer images onto a canvas or paper using the grid method. It allows you to draw a grid over a reference photo and then replicate it on your drawing surface, focusing on one square at a time for accurate transfer.

Grid method for image transferReference photo gridDrawing surface grid
πŸ”§ Utilities
(8)
free

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